Z42.8
BillableEncounter for other plastic and reconstructive surgery following medical procedure or healed injury
Z42.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for Encounter for other plastic and reconstructive surgery following medical procedure or healed injury. It is a billable, specific code valid for reimbursement.
Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services
What this means — in plain language
MedlinePlus · NIHSurgeons can reshape the appearance of body parts through cosmetic surgery. Some of the most common body parts people want to improve through surgery include: Breasts: Increase or reduce the size of breasts or reshape sagging breasts Ears: Reduce the size of large ears or set protruding ears back closer to the head Eyes: Correct drooping upper eyelids or remove puffy bags below the eyes Face: Remove facial wrinkles,…
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Frequently asked questions
- What is ICD-10 code Z42.8?
- Z42.8 is the ICD-10-CM code for "Encounter for other plastic and reconstructive surgery following medical procedure or healed injury". It falls under Z00-Z99 Factors influencing health status and contact with health services.
- Is Z42.8 a billable code?
- Yes — Z42.8 is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code valid for reimbursement.
Source: CMS ICD-10-CM FY2026. For informational purposes only — not medical advice. See our medical disclaimer.
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